Say goodbye to Irish Yew? Your thoughts....

Loxley

I'm getting less fond of the Irish yew, and aware that in time they are going to get too big to do anything with. I've gained some height with the Prunus subhirtella I've planted (which I've drawn in on the pics below), and the yew might perhaps be slightly superfluous, and at odds with the more natural planting I've been cultivating?

Although there are three of them, one is slightly out of sight so they read more like a pair - that bugs me slightly too! The third one is also growing less well, as it is in a hot dry spot.

I think I could sell the yew as they're still small enough to move... If anyone wants them I can do a bargain price!

Loxley

(The second shot is without the Yew, with a bit of Photoshop trickery). I feel like I don't miss it - but what do you think?

nutcutlet

I think I like it better with

punkdoc

Another vote for with.
You can always "top" it to keep height under control.

pansyface

I like it better in. A nice upward pointing streak of dark green gives height and focus.

Loxley

Summer preview

ChezNous

Another vote for in. I like vertical interest especially as a pair or trio like you show.

punkdoc

A 3rd. one would add even more rhythm to your lovely garden!!

Uff

Yes, in for me too. Adds another layer.

Papi Jo

@Loxley What does "summer preview" mean?

Another "Photoshop trickery" or a real pic?

JennyJ

I think I like it better without in the summer preview pics. They somehow don't look in keeping with the rest of the planting to me. I do tend to go for more naturalistic/cottage-y planting rather than the formal architectural look, so it's probably just a matter of personal preference.